Note: My son, is aware I have joined this group and he will be joining also, but is having computer issues, plus he is worn our with this and his continued working long hours, in outdoor construction.

He was diagnosed a two weeks ago and started treatment a week ago, today on July 16th.. 2013. We as a family, had our time of crying, shock and denial, anger and everything else. Simply put, we had the gamut of emotions that come with the tons of bricks thrown at you, regarding this disease. From lurking on this forum the past 10 days or so, I know that each of you have experienced and are experiencing the same.

My son called me today and hasa couple questions he wants to ask this group.

I am going to go the "Living with HIV" forum to post his questions. I'll include his test numbers, and current medications. for reference. Again, I thank each for this forum and your strong community spirit in wanting to help others. Sad as I am, in wishing my son did not have to join this community, the facts are, he is included. He, his family and I need to know how to deal with this and need your help, so we can help others along the way.

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